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Assisted living costs in Shelby average about $4,248 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 186 communities in Shelby. Our detailed directory has 2725 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Not fancy, but safe, and homelike. Very personalized care - you are not just a number. They monitor how well roommates are doing, and willing to move people around when needed. If a person with no family is...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heritage Care of Conover is a quiet, comfortable assisted living community located in picturesque Conover, NC. Nestled in the rural foothills of western North Carolina, residents craving a quiet, simple way of life will love what Conover has to offer. A perfect atmosphere for peace and...
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Merrywood on Park is a great place. The apartments are spacious and clean. The staff is very responsive to all issues. Everyone is super friendly and helpful—employees and fellow residents. My dad enjoys...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the heart of Charlotte, Myers Park and Dilworth neighborhoods.
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Staff is Very caring and making my mom feel like family. Very encouraging to her when she had a bout of depression. Keeping me informed when she was having a hard time. Always calling her by name. Love the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Surrounded by mature trees in an established neighborhood near I-77, Cadence Huntersville offers a tranquil place for those needing assisted living and memory care services. The modern community building features inviting interiors and spacious outdoor areas for seniors to enjoy. Situated near...
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Dining room dishes glasses Utensils often dirty / lipstick. PT referral for dad never processed /? Breakdown x 1 month . What's standard? Admin - listened to mom w feedback . No major changes done....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Care Today, Care TomorrowIf you’re ready to exchange the burden of things like cooking, cleaning and laundry for a community that offers exciting activities and events, custom care that meets your specific needs and amenities and services that resemble life at a destination resort rather than a...
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My friend lived at this community for several years. He has a rare form of ALS, and is in need of physical assistance, meal preparation, socialization, transportation, etc. They did a great job with all of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Kempton of Rock Hill is home to the best: those who live here, and those who care for them. Simple kindness abounds, as does respect, and the celebration of each individual life with the dignity it has earned.At Kempton of Rock Hill, we know that residents who can no longer live independently...
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Sunflower Springs had the best overall value for what is offered compared to other places we had looked into. The staff are all extremely helpful and welcoming.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Upscale Assisted Living Coming Soon to Indian Land, SCSunflower Springs at Indian Land will proudly offer the finest senior living experiences for those needing assisted living services in the Indian Land, SC area.Sunflower Springs at Indian Land is a unique assisted living residence encouraging...
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Administrative staff could be more present, available and intentional with procedures of move-in and daily protocol communications. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Set in Mint Hill, a budding suburb just east of Charlotte, North Carolina, Cadence Senior Living offers a vibrant residential community for seniors throughout the Mecklenburg County area. The community’s location provides easy access to all that Mint Hill has to offer, including parks,...
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It is not particularly well-suited for those with language deficits who do not have significant cognitive deficits. The staff was very nurturing.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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This is an excellent assisted living. They treat the residence just like if it was their family they go above and beyond to make sure every resident has everything they need and they entertain them. They do...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Wesley Court is a beautiful assisted living community that is available to seniors in Boiling Springs, SC. This assisted living community aims to please all its residents and to offer them a great place to live. The city of Boiling Springs is a great place for family to visit, as everyone will...
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My father no longer resides there because of the heavy increase in rent (8-9%) and he could not afford it any longer. So I don't know that I can fairly answer that one objectively. It is friendly atmosphere...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
HarborChase of Riverwalk Conveniently located close to the unique dining, shopping and entertainment opportunities of the distinctive Riverwalk community, HarborChase of Riverwalk is a seamless combination of timeless elegance, modern conveniences and Southern hospitality. Here, you'll happily...
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Photo of The Meridian at Carolina Lakes
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Care levels can be hard to receive all that is described or expected due to needing more staff to attend residents (though you pay for the level even if care isn't provided as expected) ~ some of the staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Meridian at Carolina Lakes is redefining senior living with elegant surroundings, active living, and resort-style spaces. Featuring assisted living and compassionate dementia care, The Meridian is committed to serving area seniors with the care they deserve and the exceptional customer...
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This is a really helpful place. I was able to get out of a power chair that I had been in for over 5 years and now I am using a rolater and walking. The staff is really loving and supportive. The room...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Magnificent Care in the Blue Ridge MountainsTucked into a quiet corner of the Blue Ridge Mountains is a community where you can trade the hassles and chores that come along with life at home for a resort-style life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. We are a...
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My mother has overall been very satisfied. She enjoys the variety of activities they have. She likes the breakfast and lot, but has not been as satisfied with the other meals.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Live in the hub of local activity while enjoying the intimacy of TerraBella Spartanburg. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Spartanburg, SC, offers personalized services and thoughtful amenities that generate excitement and pride among residents and their guests. The caring and...
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My Mom loves the place including the food. The services are great and everyone is so nice. The bathroom are excellent and easy for her to use. The landscaping is always nicely groomed. The rooms are all made...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A Charming Place….Carolina Care Retirement Cottages is located in Cherryville, NC: a small town full of warm hospitality about 40 miles outside of Charlotte, NC city limits. We provide an active, independent, fulfilling home life without the worry of maintenance/repairs, or cooking, through the...
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Cleanliness is Important...but the kindness shown to Mother outweighs that but it is something I noticed. There are only 24 residents at a time, so it is a small facility but friendly. Staff are all very...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Quaker Meadow Family Care Home is located in Morganton, North Carolina. Nestled only 35 minutes from the base of the Blue Ridge Parkway, we enjoy clean air, beautiful scenery, and a small but caring community. We are conveniently located near 1-40, off exit 100, only 5-7 minutes away from the...
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The facility, administrator and staff exceeded my expectations. They were so kind and accommodating to my Dad. They were genuine and provided excellent care. The community was inviting and beautiful. It...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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The staff was very caring! Private room. Cost effective. Outings for residents. Our mother was only able to live there about 6 weeks before she passed. She never got to go on an outing because she didn't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Picture Yourself living the lifestyle you've earned...…. Whether you'd just like a little assistance or need more comprehensive attention, we have a program for you. Life at TerraBella Thornblade offers all of the comforts of home without the challenges, problems and responsibilities of home...
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[name removed] gave the utmost professional presentation offered to me and explained everything of what Charter Memory care had to offer for my loved one. Other facilities failed at the 24/7 assistance...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Come To Live Here.Just when you thought life in the Carolinas couldn’t get any better, Charter Senior Living of Charlotte has raised the bar. Great scenery is just the start. We’ve also instilled a new philosophy on senior living, as fresh as the morning breeze while rocking on our wrap-around...
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The Memory Care unit is very good. She has a Private Room. Staff is very attentive, patient and caring even when patient is agitated and uncooperative.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Just 30 minutes from Asheville, in the footprint of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Terrabella Hendersonville offers residents a warm, relaxing living environment near beautiful views, historic sites, shopping, dining and medical services. Senior residents enjoy our assisted living...
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There were some issues at first - staff turnover and pharmacy they were using - but they have a new executive director and she has really turned things around.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Laurels in Highland Creek is an Assisted Living community located in the master-planned community of Highland Creek in Charlotte, North Carolina. Everything we do at The Laurels is designed to assure the well-being of each of our assisted living residents. Located in northern Mecklenburg...
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Brookdale is really well manage. The facility offer a safe, clean, and comfortable living spaces with friendly staff who provides great care for the patient well being.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Explore a Redefined IndependenceSenior living shouldn’t mean a life full of the stress and isolation that often comes from living at home. It shouldn’t be filled with worry about health issues, or whether you’re going to get the help you need each day. Our residents enjoy a premier assisted...
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My mother has been at Terra Bella Memory Care for 6 weeks. She is always clean and well groomed. The staff is friendly, attentive and kind. Resident rooms are open to all, which can be disconcerting....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
TerraBella Newton honors veterans with lifetime savings! Veteran seniors qualify for 5% off their monthly rental rate and for 25% off the community fee. Learn more today!
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I would recommend. They make you feel like family. The place was nice and people were great but there's no place like home and no one ever takes care of your loved one like you
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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They really cared for Mom , they handled minor issues like a scratch or first aid without sending her to the emergency room. Her first facility was constantly sending her for minor injuries. The director...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Summit Place of Kings Mountain Summit Place of Kings Mountain is an assisted living community located in Kings Mountain, North Carolina of Cleveland County. With its ideal location near many restaurants, shopping centers, public parks, museums and galleries, the city of Kings Mountain offers the...
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Overall, it was a very good experience. The only complaint is Brookdale making major cost increases two years in a row [fee removed]. Excessive increases in a short period. I was able to negotiate a...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Find a Life of Redefined IndependenceRemember the senior living lifestyle you used to image? It’s still possible. Our premium assisted living services give you the ability to trade the stress and busyness that comes with life at home for a life spent exploring passions, creative pursuits and...
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Cost of assisted living in Shelby, NC

The average cost of senior living in Shelby is $4,248 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belwood, NC with an average of $3,686 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelby, NC vs. nearby cities

Shelby, NC
$4,248/mo
$4,192/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelby, NC vs. the state and national average

Shelby, NC
$4,248/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shelby vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,248/mo
$4,880/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shelby, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,246/mo
Studio
$5,035/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,217/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,704/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,352/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Shelby over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shelby, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Shelby.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shelby

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shelby

Brookdale Lenoir

4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!

Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Terrace Ridge Assisted Living in Gastonia, NC

4.5
Naturally there is a staffing shortage but the staff members are trying their best and the staff we have met are very friendly. Our loved one is very happy there, the value is worth it because she is getting all the attention and care she needs. It has been excellent. The meals are not the best, ...
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Shelby review score based on 672 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 672 reviews of 162 Shelby assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelby review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Shelby review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Shelby assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 672 reviews of 162 Shelby assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shelby resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Shelby, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.1
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shelby assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Shelby assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Shelby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelby, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.3%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
97.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.5%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.4%
96.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.9%
47.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
52.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shelby assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Shelby Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelby, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shelby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.5%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.1%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
40.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21%
16.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shelby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelby, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
34%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Shelby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelby, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.8%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.1%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.9%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
39.5%
30%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shelby

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Shelby protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Sunrise of Providence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shelby, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 186 assisted living facilities near Shelby, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Shelby, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Sunrise of Providence. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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